Radeon RX 7500 vs GeForce GTX 1060

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7500

#72

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $550

391%

#73

GeForce RTX 3080 12GB

MSRP: $1250|Avg: $500

371%

#74

GeForce RTX 5080

MSRP: $999|Avg: $1250

351%

#75

GeForce RTX 3090

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $900

310%

#76

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800H

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

297%

#77

GeForce RTX 4090

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1649

283%

#78

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1100

257%

#79

Iris Xe Graphics MAX

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

178%

#80

GeForce RTX 5090

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700

176%

#81

Moore Threads MTT S80

MSRP: $260|Avg: $170

169%

#82

Intel UHD Graphics P750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

151%

#83

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $100

149%

#84

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

120%

#85

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

115%

#86

Radeon Ryzen 5 6600U

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

112%

#87

Radeon RX 7500

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

100%

#88

Radeon Ryzen 5 5500H

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

99%

#89

Moore Threads MTT S70

MSRP: $345|Avg: $140

95%

#90

GeForce RTX 5090 D v2

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $4086.44

91%

#91

Radeon Ryzen 5 150

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

91%

#92

Radeon Ryzen 7 4800H

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

88%

#93

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

85%

#94

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600H

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

83%

#95

Radeon Ryzen 5 5500U

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

83%

#96

Radeon Ryzen 3 5300U

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

76%

#97

Radeon Ryzen 7 4800U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

62%

#98

Radeon Ryzen 7 5700U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

60%

#99

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700U

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

56%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 7500 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 7500 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 437.3% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 7500.

Insight	Radeon RX 7500	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-437.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+437.3%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) / 7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $229 for the Radeon RX 7500, it costs 74% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1950.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 7500	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1950.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($229)	✅More affordable ($60)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Radeon RX 7500 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 7500 and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon RX 7500

The Radeon RX 7500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2021. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1941 MHz to 2450 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,873 points.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX 7500 scores 1,873 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 437.3%. The Radeon RX 7500 is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 7 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (Radeon RX 7500) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 11.29 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7500) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2450 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 7500	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	1,873	10,064+437%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	7 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2304	2560+11%
Compute (TFLOPS)	11.29 TFLOPS+27%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2450 MHz+41%	1733 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	144	160+11%
L1 Cache	512 KB	960 KB+88%
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7500 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 7500	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 7500 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 216 GB/s (Radeon RX 7500) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 12.5% advantage for the Radeon RX 7500. Bus width: 96-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Radeon RX 7500) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Radeon RX 7500 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 7500	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	216 GB/s+13%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	96-bit	192-bit+100%
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 7500 draws 175W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 2.8% difference. The Radeon RX 7500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon RX 7500) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: None vs 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon RX 7500	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	175W-3%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	None	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	10.7	55.9+422%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 7500 launched at $229 MSRP and currently averages $229, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 73.8% less ($169 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (Radeon RX 7500) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1945.1% better value. The Radeon RX 7500 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).